Ruby and Thompson seedless grapes are now in season at many farmers’ stands
(l to r) Jalapeno, Hungarian and Serrano peppers at Beylik’s stand indicate that summer is here and the heat is on
(front to back) Singua – the long, ribbed squash/melon vegetable tastes like okra. Peel and stir fry. Bumpy, spiky bitter melon is cooked the same way. At Fresno Evergreen; alternating Wednesdays and Pico Santa Monica
Tomatillos from Windrose Farm – roast and puree for delicious salsa
Shishito grilling peppers – grill or roast whole and eat off the stem. One in a dozen is fiery hot. Windrose Farm